Top Tech Startups in San Francisco, CA in 2027

Forerunner is an AI-powered intelligence layer that helps local governments connect fragmented systems and geospatial data to operate with clarity and precision. Cities and counties invest heavily in permitting systems, asset management tools, and GIS, yet critical work still falls through the cracks because those systems don’t reflect what’s happening on the ground. Field observations go uncaptured, data is siloed, and teams struggle to turn information into coordinated action. Forerunner works alongside the systems agencies already use, unifying data and guiding frontline teams through an AI-powered, mobile-first experience. By connecting real-world conditions to back-office workflows, we ensure the right work gets done with the right context—whether it’s inspections, code enforcement, storm response, or long-term resilience planning. The result is faster, more consistent execution that reduces risk, surfaces revenue, and prevents small issues from becoming costly emergencies. Today, we partner with nearly 200 communities across the country and recently raised a $26M+ Series B to accelerate our growth—expanding our platform and team to support the agencies building stronger, safer communities.

Frame is the missing link on the family-building journey. Frame’s concierge model extends the care of in-person clinics by providing patients with 1:1 personalized support, telemedicine and coaching. Inspired by the challenging fertility journey of its wife/husband co-founders, Jessica and Corey, Frame was built alongside women’s health and fertility experts to improve patient and clinician satisfaction, operational efficiency and clinical outcomes.

Our software helps business owners save on taxes with two core products: Corvee Tax Planning – Finds ways to cut down on taxes (Demo at corvee.com). Instead Implementation & Preparation – Simplifies tax rules for small businesses (Live at instead.com). Note: We are in process of rebranding from Corvee to Instead.com. The main product you will be working on will be at instead.com

Perfect Venue is an AI-powered event management and booking platform designed specifically for restaurants and venues. It streamlines the entire private event sales process — from handling inquiries and managing availability to sending proposals, collecting payments, and closing deals. By combining smart automation with a marketplace that helps venues attract new customers, Perfect Venue helps restaurants save up to 48 hours per month, increase event revenue by 45%, and deliver a better experience for guests searching for the perfect space. With a fast-growing customer base and proven unit economics, Perfect Venue is positioned to become the end-to-end solution for the $100B private event market.

DecisionNext is the only native AI solution built specifically for buyers and sellers of commodity products. DN's SaaS software helps maximize profit margins and minimize risk. DN pushes buying transactions into the troughs in a volatile price environment, and does the opposite with selling transactions. It also provides a clear audit trail of exactly how prices were set. DN has patents awarded and pending for its method of incorporating users' market knowledge into its models. DecisionNext is helping commodity product buyers and sellers achieve similar profit margin gains to those created by applying deep analytics to several other industries, including airline, retail, high tech, pharmaceuticals, aerospace and logistics.

Aura connects people around the world through a brilliant photo sharing experience. Snap, share and display pictures through our easy-to-use app and beautifully designed Wi-Fi frame. At our core, we’re a software company creating innovative products that deliver happiness daily. We’re on a mission to create a new kind of social media network and we’ve started with a digital frame which gets memories off your phone and into your life.

Code for America is committed to building a team as diverse as the nation we serve. We’re made up of people-centered problem solvers: technologists, advocates, storytellers, and organizers from many different backgrounds and communities around the country. We merge the best parts of technology, nonprofit, and government. We believe government at all levels can and should work well for everyone— and the mindful use of technology makes it possible. We’re known for building digital tools, but the work doesn’t stop there. We seek to transform government by showing what’s possible when communities are included in policy and service design. We use insights and ideas from real people to guide us to real solutions that break down barriers to meet community needs and improve government in meaningful ways. Want to use your skills for good and help us drive change that lasts? Join our team!

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Opal Security is intelligent access management that empowers enterprises to move fast while staying secure. Our mission is to bring clarity, control, and confidence to complex enterprise environments, helping teams govern access without slowing down innovation.

Scrollmark is building SocialGPT, the first AI system specifically designed to decode social media algorithms and give creators, brands, and agencies the insights they need to succeed across platforms. Social media algorithms change constantly, leaving creators and brands scrambling to understand why their engagement suddenly drops. Most tools focus on scheduling and analytics; we focus on understanding why content succeeds or fails before you even post. Our AI engine continuously analyzes thousands of viral posts across social networks to identify: - Breakout patterns in the critical first 30-60 minutes after posting - Niche-specific trends that matter to your exact audience - Content attributes that drive engagement (hooks, captions, timing, formats) - Algorithm signals that predict viral potential Check it out at gpt.social Want to be a part of the Scrollmark Crew? We’re hiring at: jobs.ashbyhq.com/Scrollmark